Pipework Systems

Hose Reels

We use and recommend Australian made Reciola Reels with over 25 years experience.

The world’s largest range of spring rewind composite hose reels with over 50 different models to suit your application.

They are designed to offer you a selection of hose reels that are light weight, impact and corrosion resistant at economical prices. An Australian made and owned product with a solid 5 YEAR WARRANTY as piece of mind.

Air line pipework systems.

We are available to install most every type of compressed air line pipe system available.

Screwed Gal pipe.

This is a steel pipe which is heavily galvanised. The pipes are cut to size and the ends are screw cut on a threading machine then screw fitted together with malleable iron fittings achieving an extremely strong structure.
Disadvantages are its heavy structure and labour intensive, heavy bracketing is required and leakage may and usually occurs.

Plastic Pipework.

This is a simple system similar to agricultural fittings where the pipes have a collar and sleeve compression fitting.
Disadvantages are it requires a lot of bracketing due to its nature as it tends to sag between the brackets and also leakage may and usually occurs.

Copper Pipe (tube)

This is a great material and fairly light, which is easy to work and versatile, and has a high resistance to corrosion. Fittings are typically silver soldered on using typically an Oxy-Gas torch to heat the sub straights and a special copper/silver wire is melted into the joint, leakage when correctly welded is almost nonexistent.
Disadvantages are extreme care must be taken due to the risk of fire due to the extreme heat generated by the welding torch.

Legris Transair Aluminium Pipe System:

• Saves Energy,
• Improves Airflow,
• Reduces labour costs.
• Enables many plants to increase productivity and reduce costs.

Includes: aluminium piping, flexible hose, push-to-connect fittings, pipe clips, quick-assembly brackets, and air shut-off ball valves.
 
Designed for both primary and secondary distribution of compressed air, vacuum and inert gases, and fluids. Advantages include reduced energy consumption, improved operational efficiencies, and minimized installation and maintenance costs.

Simple installation   

Labour accounts for as little as 20 percent of the cost of installing a Transair pipe System. By comparison, labour accounts for up to 80 percent of a steel system, up to 70 percent of a copper system and up to 60 percent of a plastic system.
The materials and modular design of the Transair® aluminium pipe system makes it easier and less expensive to install than traditional products. For example, aluminium piping is easier to handle than standard steel piping, and its push-to-connect fittings secure connections with a simple push and twist. The fittings eliminate the need for skilled pipe fitters, expensive and heavy tools, pipe preparation, and pipe threading. They also eliminate the time needed for soldering and glue drying. Once the pipe is pushed into the fitting, the connection is secure and ready to be pressurized.

Layout flexibility

Successful operations need to be able to take advantage of new equipment options and automation techniques without incurring lengthy downtime and expense. Consequently, the ability to reconfigure production layouts or implement process changes quickly is critical. Transair® aluminium pipe system makes reconfiguration practical and efficient. Simply rotate the fitting nut 360 degrees and pull the pipe from the fitting and reconfigure!

Reusable fittings

Since the fittings are not soldered or glued, components are reusable, and can be removed then reinstalled. The modular design and handling ease enables plant personnel to implement many layout changes within minutes, instead of hours. This minimizes downtime and increases plant productivity.

Energy savings

Energy costs associated with a compressed air system are significant. For example, when analysed over a ten-year period, the cost of energy consumed by an average compressed air system exceeded other costs, including the initial cost of equipment and installation. The cost of electricity may exceed the cost of the capital equipment, each year!
System pressure drops are one cause of inefficient energy use. A 14.5 psi pressure drop uses 10 percent additional energy. These drops can result from a number of sources, including poor system configuration, interior pipe surface corrosion, and compressed air contamination.

Corrosion - Interior pipe corrosion is a common cause of pressure drops and higher maintenance costs. Smooth bore piping, such as plastic and aluminium, resist corrosion. Galvanized and black iron pipe decreases in opening over time. Galvanized and black iron fittings are crudely designed with restrictions to air flow internally. Brass and copper fittings and valves typically have smaller bores than the associated pipe size. Transair® pipe will not corrode and the fittings are ALL designed for compressed air flow with full bore construction.
 
Durable protection of equipment Transair® enables elimination of the problem of rust, usually associated with steel air pipe systems. It guarantees the complete absence of corrosion (self protection by formation of aluminium oxide). The inner surface of aluminium pipe ensures good and constant quality clean air continuously.

Legris Transair® also protects industrial equipment against water deterioration thanks to its quick assembly brackets with integral upward loop.

Transair® mini-brackets with integrated upward loop.

Compressing ambient air to the discharge pressure introduces moisture into supplied air. Unfortunately, after coolers, filters, and dryers do not completely eliminate moisture and its destructive results. As a result, steel pipe systems will begin to rust and corrode, thereby inhibiting smooth airflow and reducing system pressure.
Pipe corrosion also increases compressed air system maintenance. Steel pipe systems need to be dismantled and inspected to monitor corrosion build up. Not only does replacing corroded pipe interfere with production, it causes rust, corrosion and other particles to be released into the air system, thereby causing instrument, valve, tool and machine operation problems or damage with the resultant downtime.
 
Air contamination - Air cleanliness is another factor that affects consistent airflow. Dirt and dust particles passing through the piping system are gradually deposited on the interior surface of piping. As these deposits accumulate, friction increases and system pressure decreases. Black iron and galvanized steel piping systems are more prone to build-up than stainless steel. Meanwhile, smooth bore piping materials, such as Transair® aluminium pipe, offer more resistance to deposit build-ups.
 
Air leaks - Non productive leaks also waste compressed air, thus electrical energy and your dollars. Difficult to trace and repair, they can have a huge impact on operating budgets. With its bubble-tight seals, Transair® aluminium piping system offers virtually leak-free performance. Legris Transair® guarantees the Transair® pipe system to be free of leaks for two (2) years. The Transair® aluminium pipe and push to connect fittings will eliminate compressed air leaks and lower your electrical costs associated with the production of compressed air.

Improving productivity while reducing operating costs is a goal shared by nearly every manufacturing plant. Compressed air is considered the phantom utility. You cannot buy it, you must produce it. The initial capital cost of a compressed air system is minor compared to the operational coast. A Transair® aluminium and stainless steel pipe system will significantly reduce your operational cost!

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